Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 234 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131832
Common Names
- Toothed Vernonia
- Toothed Ironweed
- Toothed Fleabane
Description
Vernoniastrum uncinatum (also called Hooked Vernoniastrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Vernoniastrum uncinatum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernoniastrum uncinatum has yellow flowers with a daisy shape. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernoniastrum uncinatum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Vernoniastrum uncinatum
Vernoniastrum uncinatum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Vernoniastrum uncinatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernoniastrum uncinatum?
Vernoniastrum uncinatum
What is the family of Vernoniastrum uncinatum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Vernoniastrum uncinatum?
Hooked vernoniastrum
Species in the Vernoniastrum genus
Vernoniastrum ambiguum,
Vernoniastrum camporum,
Vernoniastrum paraemulans,
Vernoniastrum musofense,
Vernoniastrum klingii,
Vernoniastrum migeodii,
Vernoniastrum viatorum,
Vernoniastrum ugandense,
Vernoniastrum nestor,
Vernoniastrum latifolium,
Vernoniastrum aemulans,
Vernoniastrum uncinatum,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,